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WaterWinds! Waterfront Private house w/dock, Pet friendly

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Dining
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football
Exterior
Marina
Water Winds offers a serene retreat from everyday life. Enjoy the ever-changing waters of the Albemarle Sound from your spacious great room with plenty of comfortable seating options, or fix meals in the well-stocked kitchen with gas range. You can also unwind on the dock, go kayaking or paddleboarding, play pool and ping pong in the game room, or relax by an outside fire in a brick firepit.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

WaterWinds! Waterfront Private house w/dock, Pet friendly

Water Winds is a retreat away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Need to work from home? We have high speed internet and plenty of room to do what you have to. This is a great place to relax, spread out and claim plenty of room for yourself. WaterWinds has a calm aesthetic with a large great room, and plenty of comfortable seating options. Your view is the ever changing waters of the Albemarle Sound. We provide kayaks, a game room, crab pots and more. No need to go anywhere else. Fix your meals in our well stocked kitchen with gas range, better than eating out because you know exactly how it was prepared. Support our local fisherman and purchase fresh seafood locally or catch your own. Enjoy the scenery. Pods of dolphin can be seen swimming right off the bulkhead. Otter occasionally sun themselves on the Dock and banks. You will often see Bald head eagles, Osprey and all manner of sea birds from the large Sound side windows. Enjoy your coffee from the comfort of the great room while you experience the peace of the Albemarle Sound. Watch the Sunset and enjoy an outside fire in the brick firepit. Sit on the dock, or lay a blanket or yoga mat out and enjoy the sun. Explore the Sound by kayak, or wade out into the waist high water. Play pool, darts or ping pong in the downstairs games, sports room. Watch awestruck as waves break over the bulkhead during a storm. Walk to the little community park and play a game of tether ball or basketball. The boat ramp is right next to the park for your personal water craft.

The home features 3 bedrooms, all with water view, all queen size. Plenty of linens, water themed rooms with fluffy comforters and a couple of beach towels if you forget yours. 2 baths. The Primary bath has oversized shower. The hall bath has a tub.
-55 inch smart TV in the great room. Smaller TVs with Roku in the 3 bedrooms. -- --
-Washer and dryer in the canal view bedroom.
- The kitchen is a dream to work in with stainless steel appliances and gas stove.
-Stainless grill outside.
- Pet friendly with many dogs in the neighborhood. It is important to keep your pet on a leash and keep them safe from falling in the Sound. Water Winds is bulkheaded so it drops from yard to Water with a low wall in between. Currently there is a ladder available to get in and out of the water at the end of the dock. There are also steps into the water for easy access and to get in and out of the kayaks.

Friendly neighbors will greet you as you walk about Holiday Island. Explore further with day trips to historic Hertford which has the oldest court house still in use. Take a step back in time and enjoy Steamers baseball in a wood stadiums with the original flip numbers, from bygone days. Then watch Bull Durham and see the similarities. Go to Edenton. Walk the town, go out on the docks and watch the boats and maybe get a boat tour of the Albemarle Sound. Take a motor trolley and get a history tour of Edenton. Learn the story of the lighthouse which was moved to its current site in Edenton. An hour and twenty minutes drive will see you to the Outer Banks for a day at the Atlantic Ocean. Kitty Hawk has a great area that is free to park and lifeguards on the beach and a excellent convenience area with showers. Walk to I've Got Your Crabs for fantastic seafood. When going through Elizabeth City stop by the Museum of the Albemarle for some history lessons. The museum is free of charge. Right across from the Museum is the Park with a scenic walk along the Water. Often you can watch sailing lessons and if you book ahead, take one yourself. On your way to the Outer Banks stop by H2OBX, a new WATER park with something for everyone. Then if you're ready for more history look up information on site X of the Lost colony, Interested in the story of Virginia Dare? The latest research says they moved inland 10 miles from Water Winds. Near site X is Bertie beach and see their plans for the future , take some fishing poles and enjoy the Water some more. For more insight into the Albemarle Sound towns and history go to YouTube and type in Exploring North Carolina Circumnavigating the Albemarle sound.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Set the thermostat to temperature that is correct for season.
Close and lock all windows and doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Kayaks are available free of charge however lifevests must be worn and all equipment must be secured after each use and returned in same condition.
Please keep all pets on a leash to prevent a fall in the Sound, it would be very difficult to get them out as the water drops off from the bulkhead.
Please pick up after your pets, refuse bags are available by the door in the boot box. We may ask for an additional fee if there is damage done by pet

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please keep pets off the furniture and linens.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: This property is surrounded by water with a drop.

Events

No events allowed
Quiet area, noise ordinance strictly enforced

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Quiet area, noise ordinance strictly enforced
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Hertford, NC

What's nearby

  • Sound Golf Links at Albemarle Plantation - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Newbold-White House - 29 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Jim Catfish Hunter Museum - 36 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Elizabeth City State University - 56 min drive - 54.4 km
  • Waterfront Park - 56 min drive - 53.1 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dockside Café - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Albemarle Plantation - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Soundside Grille - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sound Golf Links Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Beautiful Moon Cafe - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WaterWinds! Waterfront Private house w/dock, Pet friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at WaterWinds! Waterfront Private house w/dock, Pet friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at WaterWinds! Waterfront Private house w/dock, Pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WaterWinds! Waterfront Private house w/dock, Pet friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is WaterWinds! Waterfront Private house w/dock, Pet friendly located?

This family-friendly Hertford holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Albemarle Sound and Sound Golf Links at Albemarle Plantation. Jim Catfish Hunter Museum and Newbold-White House are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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WaterWinds! Waterfront Private house w/dock, Pet friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

rosanne s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great time at the sound

As always it was peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Earl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was perfect! Home was comfortable and well stocked. My son and I fished everyday and family had a relaxing time! Communication with Beth was excellent with quick responses. She was very accommodating. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

NC East Coast

We had a wonderful stay at the house. Its a great location with incredible views. Beth was awesome to deal with. If we were ever in the area we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good value for the money

Everything about this house is top shelf. Absolutely the best value for the money. Fully stocked kitchen, adult sized shampoo, kayaks and bicycles if you wish. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lesley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really nice

Great place just as advertised. Hopefully I be back. Needs a new grill but didn’t affect my trip
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Minye L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place with ocean view

We enjoyed our stay in this house even during the cold wave. The view is breathtaking. The house is clean. The property manager is very responsive. Plan to come back again when weather is warmer.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doni H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Serinity

This is our 3rd time renting. When we are there it is like the rest of the world does not exist. Such a beautiful, serene setting. Thank you for having us. We hope to see you again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Theresa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can't beat the view!

Perfect place for just staying in when weather wont allow or you just don't feel like going anywhere. Plenty of things to do right there whether it be watching a movie, riding a bike, or best yet, watching weather, birds, and any other surprises out the windows that span the whole sound side of the living room! Bring a really good pair of binoculars!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a view!

My sisters and I were looking for a quiet, nicely appointed house with a water view and that's exactly what we got with WaterWinds! We enjoyed our view of the Albemarle Sound from the dock, the deck, and from the family room couch! The water was everything from wavy with white caps to calm and smooth as glass (with a great dolphin show!). Lots of birds to enjoy as well. Would recommend 100%!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doni H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Peace of Paradise

Our 4th visit...We have now visited during December, July, September, and October the last several years. It's hard to say what our favorite is because each time we see and experience new things. The serenity you feel here is like no other place. We hope to come back each year as long as the hosts will allow.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gidget P., Cottageville,SC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

This vacation home was big, clean, and beautifully decorated. The rental process was very easy with Beth. She emailed during our stay checking to make sure everything was going good. The area was so nice. Everyone is friendly. We loved learning the history of Edenton. We did the boat tour, trolley tour, and the lighthouse tour. We loved Hertford and Elizabeth City. The antique shops were very nice. The antique shop (Four Corners) in Tyner, NC is awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway

We felt at home from the moment we stepped into the house. All the small things like the basket of snacks, makeup removing cloths, hand written welcome note, etc were great touches! The view was amazing, crabs we caught were quite tasty , and the availability of bikes, kayaks, fishing poles etc made this a wonderful place to relax and refresh. The property managers were great to work with and very helpful in finding items we accidentally left behind. We cannot wait to find the time to return our newly found favorite spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lesley M., Gastonia, U.S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family getaway!

My husband, our two youngest (both college students), our two small dogs and I had a perfect family getaway on the Albemarle Sound at Water Winds. The beautiful views from the great room definitely helped us relax and truly enjoy our stay whether we were cooking supper in the roomy kitchen, playing games on the sofa facing the wonderful view or watching the nesting Osprey from a side window. We enjoyed sitting on the pier, taking the kayaks out multiple times and taking a day trip to the Outer Banks. Being able to take our dogs with us was a huge plus. This was the perfect family getaway that we hope to use again in the future. Thank you Beth Younger for sharing your family's vacation home; we totally understand why it's your favorite place to be.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Liz P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning waterfront location!!

If you are looking for a gorgeous and breathtaking, quiet and secluded waterfront location in North Carolina, look no further. With 180+ degree views of the water, this house is so well appointed for whatever you could possibly need. The kitchen is huge and allows for multiple people, the bedrooms are also large and comfy and the two bedrooms on the Oceanside of the house have their own private sliding door to the deck which was perfect for my husband and I and our friends. We also cooked in a bunch and had everything we could possibly need to make amazing meals. We saw tons of wildlife, including monarch butterflies, many jumping fish, and even a sea otter! Just a perfect place and we couldn’t recommend it more. And to add to all of this, we were celebrating my 40th birthday and waiting for us when we arrived were flowers and a balloon to wish me a happy birthday. Just above and beyond!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Very nice and quiet location. Not to far from great food and places to visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Nice place to relax
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Siblings get away

We had a great time. Everything was great at the house and everyone was comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation home

This is a wonderful place to stay. The house has everything you could ask for. Fishing off the dock was excellent. Very clean with a great view and a good location. The owner is exceptional and is quick to respond to any questions you may have.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Views

Beautiful place to relax and unwind. Well kept waterfront house with table pool ping-pong darts. Accurate description on VRBO!! Loved it!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful location

The house was everything we could wish for and more. There was plenty to do when the weather was rainy and more to do when we got some sunshine. The kitchen had everything we needed when we decided to make dinner at home one night or for bringing food in from local diners. The location was perfect for us that were looking for a low-key, relaxing location, but close enough to cities when we wanted to go do some touristy things. We loved the water views. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Five Weeks in Paradise…

Our second stay and it was just as great as the first. Tastefully furnished and decorated. Not a cookie cutter rental! Beautiful private waterfront location. The Osprey nest was active with mom and a baby. Five families of geese sailed by almost every day. Kayaking here is superb. The hosts are easy to reach and extremely helpful. I can’t wait to come again next year!
Stayed 28 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another 10-Star stay!!!

Back again but for 5 weeks! Waterwinds is even more beautiful than I remember. Brand new deck, beautiful and comfortable furnishings. Fully equipped kitchen with all the amenities. Gorgeous private landscaped waterfront setting. Water on canal side is shallow enough for my 3 and 5 year old great granddaughters to swim. Will be booking next year for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Extremely, relaxing vacation.

Well, thought out property. Amazing views on 3 sides of the building. Great fun watching the wildlife. Home had everything we needed. Kitchen was fabulous. Bedrooms were well appointed.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David E., Huddleston, Va

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation refresh

Awesome views, Sunrise and Sunset. Perfect weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doni H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity

I have lost count, but I believe this was our 5th stay since 2019. I can not put into words the peace this stay gives both me and my husband. Our biggest fear is that one day Beth will want to keep this piece of heaven all to herself. Plan to visit again real soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023